Olympia North

Have you heard your child talk about MTSS or small group time? This is a designated 25 minutes every day that every student gets what they need to improve their academic skills. Our staff has worked hard to restructure this time and it is very student centered and we are seeing great progress from our students!

Video: bit.ly/OlyCBV4 For kids, miscommunication is a common occurrence online and on social media. Plus, being behind a screen makes it easier to say things they wouldn't say in person. So how do we help kids avoid the pitfalls of digital drama? Hear it from the source!

Let kids know that supporting someone who is being bullied makes a difference. If they feel safe confronting the bully, they should. If not, a PM can help someone through a tough time. Speaking up against hate speech is important too!

bit.ly/OlyCBB Teaching kids character strengths and life skills such as empathy is one of the most important jobs of being an adult. These great books for all ages help make it easier by celebrating friendship, difference, and the importance of caring for one another.

Video: bit.ly/OlyCBV5 Digital harassment happens when teens use texts, instant messages, emails, and social media posts to keep tabs on or threaten someone else. It usually involves two people in a close relationship. Here are four ways to help teens avoid digital harassment.

If kids feel like they might have trouble removing themselves from digital drama, experiment with some different ways they can make a graceful exit. Talk through words they can use, ways they can steer conversations in positive directions, etc.

Video: bit.ly/OlyCBV6 Cyberbullying is something most families hope they never have to deal with. But if your kids are texting, sharing photos, and posting comments, it’s important to talk to them about how to deal with online harassment. Learn 5 ways to stop cyberbullies.

Just like you'd ask your kid about their sleep, exercise, and eating, stay on top of their online life. Who are they chatting with? How do people treat each other in the games and on the sites they're using?

Video: bit.ly/OlyCBV2 As kids grow, they'll naturally start to communicate more online, but some of what they see could make them feel hurt, sad, angry, or even fearful. Help your students build empathy for others and learn strategies to use when confronted with cyberbullying.

Video: bit.ly/OlyCBV1 Let's face it: Some online spaces can be full of negative, rude, or downright mean behavior. But what counts as cyberbullying? Help your kids learn what is - and what isn't - cyberbullying, and give them the tools they'll need to combat the problem.

SAVE THE DATE: The OHS National Honor Society is hosting their annual Halloween Fest on October 27th from 1-3 PM. $5 wristband at entrance - all proceeds will benefit Toys for Tots.

Make sure kids understand what cyberbullying is: repeated and unwanted mean or hurtful words or behavior that occur online (through texts, social media posts, online chat, etc.).

Once kids go online, their chances of finding cyberbullies, haters, and trolls is, sadly, quite high. Find age-specific guidelines, videos, and articles to help with tough conversations -- whether your kid is a bully or is being bullied. Explore answers to all your cyberbullying questions, age-appropriate advice, school resources, and more from parents and experts. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/cyberbullying

Outside calls are currently not coming through to Olympia North. If you need to get in contact with the school via phone, please call the district office and they can transfer your call internally. That number is 1-309-379-6011. Thank you!

It's year five of our dedicated Digital Citizenship outreach! Starting today we begin our annual focus on the six core areas of digital citizenship; providing resources and support for our Oly families. More details can be found here: bit.ly/OlyDigCitOverview

These 2nd grade Spartans are ready for Friday Night Lights! Today they practiced identifying and punctuating different types of sentences. As they completed different tasks, they earned a chance to "make a field goal" worth different points!

Oly North Student Council walked in the Danvers Days parade!

The Olympia Administrative Team is ready to go! Planning on an amazing year.

Thank you to all of the educators in Spartan Nation!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to Spartan Nation!